Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Drummond Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drummond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Drummond Elementary School's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drummond Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drummond Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drummond Elementary School's ranking?
Drummond Elementary School is ranked #1174 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Drummond Elementary School?
336 students attend Drummond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Drummond Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drummond Elementary School?
Drummond Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Drummond Elementary School offer ?
Drummond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Drummond Elementary School part of?
Drummond Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Drummond Elementary School located?
Drummond Elementary School is located in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Bucktown.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FOR A SMALL SCHOOL THIS HAS TO THE BEST
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